- Category
- Art and Museums
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Location
- Florence
Pitti Palace Tour
Beyond the Palace
Take-Aways
FAQ
Does this tour cover the costume museum?
No, the costume gallery is currently closed.
Is this tour suitable for visitors with mobility issues?
Yes, this tour isn’t walking intensive. There are elevators and wheelchair access and for free use in the museum. The Boboli Gardens are also accessible, however, they have clay or stone paths which require some assistance for visitors in wheelchairs.

Cornelia has a PhD in art history from Columbia University and wrote her dissertation on Renaissance city planning. She is especially knowledgeable about Medici patronage. In addition to her research and teaching, Cornelia, a mother of a disabled child, runs an association dedicated to barrier-free travel in Florence and is author of "The Accessible Guide to Florence."

Originally from Virginia Beach, Virginia Elizabeth has lived in Italy for over 20 years , before Italy she lived in London and Boston, as well as studying abroad in Europe her juinor year at University. A licensed guide, Elizabeth received her MA in Florentine Renaissance art from Syracuse University in Florence. Her accademic interests include women's history and women artists, particularly by women in convents; museum studies and teaching art to children. In fact one goal of Elizabeth's work is to make art accessible to everyone! In addition to leading walks, she also lectures at various universities and institutions in Florence.

Valerie received her BA with distinction in Art History and Museology at the University of Florence, focusing on the Renaissance art market. Although German, Valerie was born and raised in Rome, making her eager to build bridges across different cultures. She also works for the educational department of the state museums in Florence, where her mission is to communicate art and culture as a means of understanding the visual signs that surround us.
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